L'Oreal Luxe National Makeup Artist - Armani Beauty (West Coast)

National Makeup Artist (National Face Designer)

Armani Beauty LUXE Division - L'Oreal

About Armani Beauty

Giorgio Armani Beauty is one of the world's most prestigious luxury cosmetics brands, renowned for its iconic fragrances, award-winning foundations and refined artistry. As part of L'Oreal Luxe, Armani Beauty blends Italian elegance with cutting-edge innovation to deliver transformative beauty experiences.

Role Overview

The National Face Designers (National Makeup Artists) serve as the ultimate brand ambassadors and artistry experts for Armani Beauty across the US. This role bridges the worlds of high-end makeup artistry, education, field force leadership ,and public relations, inspiring consumers, beauty advisors, and beauty editors & influencers with the brand's signature aesthetic and techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Artistry & Brand Representation

- Embody and communicate the Armani Beauty point of view across all touch points - counters, events, press, and digital content

- Execute flawless makeup applications aligned with Armani Beauty's signature codes (luminosity, skin-first approach, effortless sophistication)

- Represent the brand at high-profile events, fashion shows, VIP client appointments, and media activations

- Partner with PR and marketing teams for editorial shoots, influencer collaborations, and brand campaigns

Education & Training

- Assist the Director of Education in artistry training programs for field teams, beauty advisors, and account executives

- Design educational content (face charts, tutorials, technique guides) reflecting the latest Armani Beauty collections and launches for online and off-line.

- Coach and upskill the field force on selling techniques rooted in artistry expertise

- Host masterclasses for consumers, press, and retail partners

Business Development

- Partner with the sales and retail teams to drive sell-through and counter productivity through artistry activations

- Support new product launches with in-store demonstrations, retailer events, and training rollouts

- Identify and share market trends, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence with the brand team

- Provide feedback on counter design and visual merchandising to optimize the in-store artistry experience

Stakeholder Collaboration

- Work closely with cross-functioning positions: education, marketing, PR and field force

- Liaise with the Global Armani Beauty team Paris to localize international artistry strategies

- Build and nurture relationships with key retail partners (Sephora, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Macys etc.)

- Mentor and inspire a network of Pro-Artists(freelancers) and beauty advisors

Profile & Qualifications

Experience

- 5-10+ years of professional makeup artistry experience, ideally in luxury retail beauty, fashion, or editorial

- Demonstrated experience in artistry, retail sales, education, training, and/or coaching roles within the beauty industry

- Strong track record in cross functional relationships

Skills & Competencies

- Exceptional makeup artistry skills with mastery of complexion, color, and skincare layering techniques

- Outstanding presentation and public speaking abilities - comfortable in front of cameras and large audiences

- Strong commercial acumen and ability to connect artistry to sales results

- Highly organized, autonomous, and able to manage a heavy travel schedule (national coverage)

- Proficiency in digital tools and social media for content creation (Instagram, TikTok, video tutorials)

Personal Attributes

- Passionate about luxury beauty, fashion, and the Armani aesthetic

- Charismatic, confident, humble, adaptable to feedback and naturally inspiring

- Impeccable image that represents the fashion aspect in grooming, style and personal makeup

- Culturally agile and sensitive to diverse consumer profiles

- Team player with a collaborative spirit and entrepreneurial mindset

Please note: Thisjob description does not list all duties of the job.Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties.The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

Working Conditions

DETAIL

REQUIREMENTS

Contract Type

Full-time

Travel

Extensive national travel required (up to 60-70%) occasional international travel

Reporting to

Director of Events and Experiences, Armani Beauty

Division

L'Oreal Luxe

Location

Field-based (United States)

Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support/sponsorship offered for this role.

Why Join L'Oreal?

- Work for the world's #1 beauty company and one of its most prestigious luxury brands

- Access to world-class training and career development programs

- Competitive compensation including profit-sharing, employee benefits, and product allowances

- A culture committed to inclusion, sustainability, and innovation

"Beauty is the promise of happiness." - Giorgio Armani